How can organizations encourage employees from diverse departments to actively participate in cross-departmental projects and initiatives, and what strategies can be implemented to overcome potential barriers to collaboration?

Organizations can encourage employees from diverse departments to actively participate in cross-departmental projects by fostering a culture of collaboration, clearly communicating the benefits of working together, and providing opportunities for team-building and relationship-building activities. Strategies to overcome potential barriers to collaboration include establishing clear goals and objectives for the project, ensuring open and transparent communication channels, and providing training and resources to support employees in working effectively across departments. Additionally, recognizing and rewarding collaborative efforts can help motivate employees to actively participate in cross-departmental initiatives.